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Summer brings longer days, outdoor adventures, and new challenges when it comes to managing your diabetes. Did you know? High temperatures can affect how your body uses insulin and can make it harder to keep your glucose steady²,³,⁴. Heat, travel, and changes to your daily routine can all play a role. Outdoor activity in the heat can impact your glucose³, while even a mild sunburn can cause glucose to rise²,³. And when routines shift—from travel meals to later nights—it’s easy to lose the rhythm that keeps your glucose in range². A few small steps can make summer smoother: ☀️ Plan ahead. Pack glucose-friendly snacks like nuts and quick carbs for long days outside⁵,⁶ 💧 Stay prepared. Bring water, sunscreen, and extra diabetes supplies for travel² 🏖️ Protect your skin. Sunburn can raise glucose levels, so reapply sunscreen and wear light, breathable layers²,³ 🩵 Check your glucose often. Heat can change how your body absorbs insulin²,³,⁶—so it helps to stay aware FreeStyle Libre systems track your glucose in real time, giving you the freedom to make informed choices and enjoy every moment—whether you’re hiking, swimming⁷, or relaxing in the shade. 1. Albasheer, Osama B., Abdullah Hakami, Abdullah A. Al Faqih, Ibrahim Akkam, Safwan K. Soraihy, Ahmad Mathary, Ali A. Alharbi, Mohammed Yaqoub, and Majed A. Alotayfi. “Awareness of Dehydration State and Fluid Intake Practice among Adults Population in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia, 2019.” Journal of Nutritional Science 10 (2021): e84. https://doi.org/10.1017/ jns.2021.81. 2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Managing Diabetes in the Heat.” CDC. Accessed September 28, 2025. https:// www.cdc.gov/diabetes/articles/managing-diabetes-in-the-heat.html. 3. Cleveland Clinic. “How to Manage Your Diabetes in Extreme Summer Heat.” Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials. Accessed September 25, 2025. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/how-to-manage-your-diabetes-in-extreme-summer-heat. 4. Diabetes UK. “Diabetes and Hot Weather.” Diabetes UK. Accessed September 25, 2025. https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about- diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/hot-weather. 5. Cleveland Clinic. “9 Best Nuts for People With Diabetes.” Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials, October 16, 2024. Accessed September 25, 2025. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/a-diet-tip-for-people-with-type-2-diabetes-eat-more-nuts. 6. CDC. “Choosing Healthy Carbs.” Accessed September 25, 2025. https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/healthy-eating/choosing- healthy-carbs.html 7. Sensor is water resistant in up to 1 meter (3 feet) of water. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes © 2025 Abbott. ADC-117210 v1.